External applicants are eligible for an up to $15,000 sign on bonus!
External applicants are eligible for a $5,000 relocation bonus, if relocating
75+ miles from the main campus.
This position is Monday through Friday with minimal holidays
Apply now to be part of a rewarding and collaborative healthcare environment!
Mercy Medical Center is searching for a dedicated Clinical Oncology Pharmacist
to join our dynamic healthcare team at the Hall Perrine Cancer Center Pharmacy!
Our Mission is based on enhancing the health of the communities we serve. As a
Clinical Oncology Pharmacist working in Hall Perrine Cancer Center, you will be
responsible for overseeing the safe, efficient, and cost-effective preparation
of chemotherapy, biologic therapy, and supportive care medications for patients.
If you are looking to make a positive impact on patient outcomes, we invite you
to join our team committed to delivering exceptional pharmaceutical care.
Work Shift
Day
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Summary
This position supports Mercy's philosophy of patient centered care by providing
comprehensive pharmaceutical care through integrated drug distribution, clinical
services, and education of oncology patients, healthcare staff and providers of
the Hall Perrine Cancer Center (HPCC).
The Clinical Oncology Pharmacist supports the Lead Oncology Pharmacist in
mentoring/training clinical pharmacists and pharmacy technicians who work in the
HPCC. The Clinical Oncology Pharmacist supports Hall Perrine Cancer Center by
providing clinical and distribution services in collaboration with physicians
and nursing staff to ensure safe and cost-effective medication therapy for
patients.
Job Description
Job Duties
* In collaboration with HPCC team members, supports complex medication therapy
expansions and services.
* Assists in the implementation of policies and procedures to ensure the safe
handling, preparation, and administration of hazardous drugs and participate
in quality improvement initiatives.
* Supports the education, training, competency assessment and performance
improvement of pharmacists, pharmacy residents, pharmacy technicians. and
other healthcare professionals in appropriate use of oncology-related.
* Assists in monitoring new therapies to market and anticipated use in HPCC.
* Serves as a supporting Preceptor to PGY1 pharmacy residents and pharmacy
school students in elective Oncology Rotations.
* Oversees the safe and effective use of cancer medications, including dose
adjustments, monitoring for toxicity, and managing adverse drug reactions.
* Participates in provider and multidisciplinary meetings, as required.
* Serves as the medication expert for cancer therapies, including chemotherapy
and supportive care. Collaborates with physicians, nurses, and other members
of the healthcare team to ensure appropriate medication therapy.
* Responds to medical emergencies in HPCC, as needed.
* Reviews, evaluates and interprets medication orders for appropriateness.
* Provides clinical pharmacy services through consultation, drug information,
teaching and/or committee work.
* Utilizes IV workflow technology to verify compounded sterile products.
* Oversees distribution and preparation of sterile compounds including
hazardous antineoplastic items; dispenses take-home medications to patients
and their caregivers; and collects payment using point-of-sale system.
* Documents clinical interventions.
* Demonstrates evidence of continued professional development, specifically in
oncology pharmacy.
* Maintains a working knowledge of and complies with pharmacy policies and
standards of work and laws, rules, and regulations that govern the
distribution of medications.
* Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a team
inter- and intra-departmentally to facilitate the department’s ability to
meet its goals and objectives.
* Detects, monitors, and documents adverse drug reactions and medication
errors.
* Provides drug information to health care providers and to patients.
* Develops care plans and provides double check verification of the care plans.
* Trains and orients technicians and pharmacists and assists in developing
training materials for the Hall Perrine Cancer Center Pharmacy Technicians
and Pharmacists.
* Ensures that the Hall Perrine Cancer Center delivers quality services in
accordance with pharmacy policy and standards of work and the laws, rules,
and regulations that govern the distribution drugs.
* Participates in quality assurance activities related to medication use.
Follows Mercy's safety guidelines, carries out job- specific safety duties and
responsibilities, and promptly reports any unsafe conditions, situations,
incidents and injuries.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
* Ability to meet the pharmaceutical care needs of the following patient age
groups: adolescent, adult, and geriatric.
Professional Experience
* Successful completion of an Accredited American Society of Health-System
Pharmacist (ASHP) PGY1 Residency Program OR 3 years’ experience with oncology
patients required.
* Successful completion of an Accredited ASHP Oncology PGY2 Residency Program,
preferred.
* Advanced certification in oncology, preferred.
* Work experience within an ambulatory oncology clinic, preferred.
Education
* Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) or Bachelor of Science (BS) degree in pharmacy,
required.
Licensure, Certification, Registration
* Must have current Iowa Pharmacist License or be eligible for Iowa Board of
Pharmacy pharmacist licensure. Employment is contingent upon being licensed
by the Iowa Board of Pharmacy by start date.
* Board of Pharmacy Specialties certification required. Board Certified
Oncology Pharmacist (BCOP), preferred.
* Iowa Dependent Adult Abuse/Iowa Child Abuse Mandatory Reporter training
required. Employee must submit certification of completed training to Human
Resources prior to start or transfer date.
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Mercy is an independent, community-based organization supporting the Cedar
Rapids area for over 120 years.
Mercy is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diversity, equity, and
inclusion and therefore evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race,
color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital
status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age,
disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.